Science in the Pub and Beach Detectives

Science in the Pub and Beach Detectives

Beach Detectives and Science in the Pub

By Eyre Peninsula Landscape Board

Date and time

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ACST

Location

Streaky Bay

Streaky Bay Streaky Bay, SA 5680 Australia

About this event

Cancelled due to the risk posed by the COVID-19 virus.

Beach Detectives

Streaky Bay Jetty

Thursday 16 April 10am - 12pm

Come out and explore our local beaches with Natural Resources Eyre Peninsula staff with a beach detective and sand sculptures activity for children ages 4 and upwards.

The activity will involve beach combing along the shore and provide insights into the weird and wonderful plants and animals that inhabit our coastlines and how Natural Resources staff look after them. Plus make your own sand sculpture, your favourite plant or animal found in our ocean and learn about it's cool adaptations and fun facts.

To RSVP for this family friendly event please let us know how many people in your family group intend on coming by booking the number of tickets you require to cover your family members.

The activity will start at 10am. Please meet at the Streaky Bay jetty.

Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing, drinking water, sun protection, suitable footwear and any medication you require.

Science in the Pub

Streaky Bay Hotel

Thursday 16 April 7-9pm

Come to the Streaky Bay Hotel and explore hot topics in science, marine conservation, marine wildlife and what work Natural Resources Eyre Peninsula staff are doing along our coast.

Guest speakers:

• Danny Brock, Team Leader Marine Science, Environmental Science Unit, National Parks and Wildlife Service

• Pat Walsh, Senior Ranger, Far West Eyre Peninsula, National Parks and Wildlife Service

• Dr. Peter Shaughessy, Honorary Research Associate, South Australian Museum

• Dr. Claire Charlton, Research Associate with Curtain University

For further information please contact Natural Resources Management Officer, Libby Hunt at libby.hunt@sa.gov.au, 0437 701 810.

Please be aware these events may be cancelled if we receive advice from health authorities to do so, due to the risk posed by COVID 19.

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